{"id":22649,"date":"2025-12-07T15:44:17","date_gmt":"2025-12-07T19:44:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.red94.net\/news\/bengals-playoff-chances-sit-at-just-7-but-a-perfect-december-could-change-everything\/"},"modified":"2025-12-07T15:44:40","modified_gmt":"2025-12-07T19:44:40","slug":"48102-bengals-playoff-chances-are-slim-at-just-7-but-a-win-today-vs-ravens-could-chang","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.red94.net\/news\/48102-bengals-playoff-chances-are-slim-at-just-7-but-a-win-today-vs-ravens-could-chang\/","title":{"rendered":"Bengals Playoff Chances Sit at Just 7% But a Perfect December Could Change Everything"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Cincinnati Bengals’ playoff chances<\/b> sit at just 7% according to ESPN Analytics heading into Week 14. But with victories in their remaining games, Cincinnati’s postseason dream can spring back to life. A win today<\/b> against Buffalo would boost those odds to 14%, while a loss drops them to just 3%, making every remaining game a must-win scenario.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udd25 Quick Facts<\/h3>\n
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  • Bengals’ current playoff odds stand at 7%<\/b> entering Week 14 action<\/li>\n
  • A victory climbs odds to 14%<\/b>, while defeat drops to just 3%<\/b><\/li>\n
  • Cincinnati needs to win out over final five games to reach 9-8 record<\/li>\n
  • Joe Burrow<\/b> returns to lead Bengals after recovering from turf toe surgery ahead of schedule<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

    Bengals Playoff Picture Requires Perfect Finish<\/h2>\n

    The Cincinnati Bengals<\/b> face an uphill battle in their quest to return to the playoffs. Currently sitting at 4-8<\/b>, they trail both Baltimore Ravens<\/b> and Pittsburgh Steelers<\/b> by two full games in the AFC North<\/b>. Most concerningly, they’re down four games in the wild card race, making their path to postseason play extraordinarily narrow.<\/p>\n

    According to ESPN Analytics<\/b>, Cincinnati would need to win out over their final five games to finish at 9-8, matching their record from the past two seasons. Even that scenario offers no guarantee of a playoff berth depending on other division results. The team’s defensive struggles<\/b> have been problematic all season, ranking 16th in points allowed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Team<\/td>\nRecord<\/td>\nPlayoff %<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Baltimore Ravens<\/td>\n6-6<\/b><\/td>\n69%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Pittsburgh Steelers<\/td>\n6-6<\/b><\/td>\n29%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Cincinnati Bengals<\/td>\n4-8<\/b><\/td>\n7%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n

    Joe Burrow’s Return Offers Glimmer of Hope<\/h2>\n

    The one positive development for Cincinnati<\/b> involves quarterback Joe Burrow<\/b>, who has already made his return from turf toe surgery<\/b>. Burrow had missed nine games after suffering a Grade 3 turf toe<\/b> injury in Week 2 that required procedure. Medical experts typically project 10-14 weeks for recovery, making his Thanksgiving return ahead of schedule a testament to his toughness.<\/p>\n

    Burrow’s leadership on the field matters significantly for a team desperate to find consistency down the stretch. His presence alone energizes an offense that averaged just 23.3 points per game<\/b> through 12 contests. With improved quarterback play, the Bengals might find enough offense to compete in meaningful December games.<\/p>\n

    \n“He’s a football guy and he wanted to get back out there and play.”\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    \u2014 Zac Taylor<\/b>, Bengals Head Coach<\/p>\n

    Remaining Schedule Offers Opportunity<\/h2>\n

    Cincinnati’s remaining five-game schedule includes names like New England Patriots<\/b> and Cleveland Browns<\/b>, teams they could realistically defeat. The Buffalo Bills<\/b> present the toughest remaining opponent, though nothing is impossible in December football. Each victory moves the dial appreciably on playoff probability while increasing divisional pressure on Baltimore<\/b> and Pittsburgh<\/b>.<\/p>\n

    The Bengals also play Ravens<\/b> and Browns<\/b> again before season’s end, games that directly impact the divisional race. Control the division and wild card math becomes less relevant, providing added incentive to compete fiercely against divisional opponents.<\/p>\n

    Does Cincinnati Have What It Takes to Stay Alive?<\/h2>\n

    The real question facing the Bengals involves their ability to string together consecutive victories. Defensive inconsistency<\/b> has plagued Cincinnati all season, making it difficult to win close games in December weather. Injuries have also limited depth across the roster, though Burrow’s<\/b> return provides at least one boost to competitive firepower.<\/p>\n

    AFC competition remains fierce, with multiple teams jockeying for playoff positioning. The Miami Dolphins<\/b> and Indianapolis Colts<\/b> sit ahead of the Bengals while maintaining superior records. Pittsburgh and Baltimore control their own destiny in the North, meaning Cincinnati<\/b> might need outside help beyond just perfect play.<\/p>\n

    What’s Required for the Bengals to Make the Playoffs<\/h3>\n

    According to New York Times simulations, the Bengals must win all five remaining games AND get help elsewhere to maximize their chances. Even then, they might need Pittsburgh<\/b> or Baltimore<\/b> to lose more games, creating a complex formula that requires luck matching talent.<\/p>\n

    Sources<\/h3>\n
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    • ESPN Analytics<\/b> – Playoff probability projections and team statistics<\/li>\n
    • NFL.com<\/b> – Official playoff picture and standings<\/li>\n
    • Cincinnati Bengals Official Communications<\/b> – Team information and quotes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":20,"featured_media":22648,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"schema_org_data":"{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Joe Burrow\",\"image\":\"https:\/\/image.tmdb.org\/t\/p\/w500\/fMjAEvaPivBrCRNIYNxTRvnfsBH.jpg\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/5316373\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Zac 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